<p>So I was advised on here to explain that I wasn’t able to be involved in anything in 9th and 10th grade due to having to take care of the house and my brother from the time I got home until 1 a.m. on the additional info section. Do I just come right out and say that or what?</p>
<p>And also, I want to put a resume as well. Do I make it like a regular job resume with an objective and everything? And is it okay if I re-list what’s already on the EC section of the common app and elaborate there or should I only put other ECs besides the ones already mentioned?</p>
<p>For additional info, I would just say that you weren’t involved in extracurricular activities because you had to take care of your (I’m assuming baby) brother.</p>
<p>You definitely should not put an objective down for a resume, because you’re not applying for a job. Things like an objective aren’t appropriate for applying to college. I don’t really recommend attaching a separate resume anyway–the Common App should be enough to list your most important activities, awards (if any), and work experience. If you do decide to attach a resume, include everything. For the extracurricular activities you might want to just put “See attached.”</p>
<p>Thanks a lot dchow08! Very helpful!</p>
<p>Ok so when explaining my situation, how do I explain that. Do I just start off with, “I wasn’t able to be involved much b/c of family responsibilities blah blah blah” or what, that seems too forward and like I’m making excuses.</p>
<p>Ok, thanks! Sorry I didn’t look at it earlier, I had posted this thread in July and figured it would be best to revive it.</p>
<p>hey, this is awkward but what things are too personal or just detrimental to include? for instance, what about including something about an eating disorder to account for a drop in grades and to help explain why you are passionate about your major? is that just super weird? i know, this is a weird question.</p>